jeff-vn
American expat in Vietnam
Forum posts
36
About me
American
Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Registration: 02 September 2012
How to unregister motorbike owned by foreigner
Hi all, in April of this year I purchased a new Kymco motorbike and registered it in my name at the CSGT (it has NN plates). Due to some unexpected circumstances I now need to sell it, and another foreigner wants to buy it. Could someone please tell ... Read More
Address for Kymco showroom in HCM
Does anyone have an address for a Kymco showroom in HCM? On their website they list 499 Lac Long Quan, Ward 5, District 11, but I went there and they had only 1 bike (the rest of the area was for repairs/service). My wife is interested in a 50cc ... Read More
Where can I replace glass on an Ipad by Guest63985
By accident our Ipad got broken and we need to replace with a new glass. Does anyone have any recommendations where to go in HCMC? And do you have an idea about costs for the replacement? The Ipad is working as normal, its only (!) the glass ...
My iPad3 got dropped and I went to the store yesterday that was recommended earlier (phukiendidong 384 Duong 3/2, P12, Q10). They did a great job, very professional and fast, with reasonable prices. I also had a problem with the on/off switch on my ... Read More
TV remote replacement/repair?
Have a Samsung "Smart" TV and the remote control is not working at all. Anyone know where I can get a replacement or get our current remote repaired? Thanks! Read More
Where to get best exchange rate to convert DONG to USD? by eddie500
I have dong and need USD as I am leaving Vietnam. Would anyone have a recommendation on where I can get the best exchange rate to buy USD? Thankyou
I have always had good luck at Hung Long, 86 Mac Thi Buoi, District 1 Read More
Question for the weekend mechanics about my motorbike by jeff-vn
Hi all, I have a 2010 Yamaha Nouvo that started running rough about a month ago. When I drive at a steady speed (say 30 or 40 kmh) I can feel that the engine is missing and the bike does not drive smooth. It also misses quite a bit when I ...
Just a quick update for closure on this -- I went to a mechanic who is a trusted friend of my local friend, and he said that the engine was losing compression and needed some overhaul work. What I've learned is that the "service ... Read More
Question for the weekend mechanics about my motorbike
Hi all, I have a 2010 Yamaha Nouvo that started running rough about a month ago. When I drive at a steady speed (say 30 or 40 kmh) I can feel that the engine is missing and the bike does not drive smooth. It also misses quite a bit when I ... Read More
Canceling a temporary residency card
Hi all, I have an unusual situation to get your input on. My wife and I are US citizens and arrived last September. We were planning to start working with a foreign-owned company here, but needed to wait about 6 months while they did some ... Read More
Where/how to pay the new road fee
I read that there is a new road fee for car and motorbike owners, with hefty fines for non-payment (see tuoitrenews.vn/society/11199/car-owners-who-havent-paid-road-fee-face-fine-today). Can anyone tell me where/how to pay the fee? Thanks. Read More
Laser cartridge refill?
I have a Brother laser printer MFC-7860DW and need to have the toner cartridge refilled. The cartridge number is DR-2255. Any recommendations for where I can get this done reliably and with good quality toner? Thanks. Read More
How to explain "tune up"
I have a 2010 Yamaha Nouvo and I'd like to get a full tune up (check plugs, wires, fuel filter, clean & replace what's needed, etc.) at my local Yamaha shop. I've been there before and liked their service and professionalism. However, they speak ... Read More
Hospital for work permit health check by jeff-vn
I need the health check for a work permit but have heard that FV Hospital in D7 is very expensive. Can anyone recommend other locations where they will know what I am talking about (in English) that would be more reasonably priced? Thanks!
OK, thanks for the links everyone, I appreciate it. Read More
Hospital for work permit health check
I need the health check for a work permit but have heard that FV Hospital in D7 is very expensive. Can anyone recommend other locations where they will know what I am talking about (in English) that would be more reasonably priced? Thanks! Read More
US letter-sized paper in HCM?
Does anyone know of a stationary store in HCM that sells US letter-sized paper (8.5x11" / 21.6x27.9cm)? Thanks. Read More
New law for expats riding motorbikes? by jeff-vn
I'm starting to hear rumors about a supposed new law in HCMC that requires expats (and possibly local VN as well) who do not have their bike registered in their name to have a letter of permission from the owner of the motorbike which is stamped by ...
That's the whole point of my post -- is this letter of authorization legally required or not? I'm simply wanting to confirm which documents are necessary. I'm more than happy to carry the proper documents, as long as I know what they are. Read More
New law for expats riding motorbikes? by jeff-vn
I'm starting to hear rumors about a supposed new law in HCMC that requires expats (and possibly local VN as well) who do not have their bike registered in their name to have a letter of permission from the owner of the motorbike which is stamped by ...
OK, thanks for the link. Read More
New law for expats riding motorbikes?
I'm starting to hear rumors about a supposed new law in HCMC that requires expats (and possibly local VN as well) who do not have their bike registered in their name to have a letter of permission from the owner of the motorbike which is stamped by ... Read More
Distilled water in HCMC? by jeff-vn
Does anyone know if distilled water is available in HCMC and if so, where I could buy some? Thanks.
Lab shop: selling all kind of Laboratory equipment and chemicals. the shop selling the distilled water is the "ghetto" looking one... pass by there, you won't miss it, on the right hand side coming from Big C.Found it, thanks again for the info and ... Read More
Distilled water in HCMC? by jeff-vn
Does anyone know if distilled water is available in HCMC and if so, where I could buy some? Thanks.
Hi,Yep.. you can get it on To Hien Thanh street in district 10 (near Big C) by those lab'shop, water distiled once or double distilled (about 5000vnd a liter) Or you can just distill it yourself..Thanks for your reply. I know where the Big C is, but ... Read More
Distilled water in HCMC?
Does anyone know if distilled water is available in HCMC and if so, where I could buy some? Thanks. Read More
Electronic components stores in HCM by jeff-vn
Where can I buy electronics like RCA cables, antenna cable (to run between DVD player and TV), and other electronic components (not computer parts) in HCM? I'm looking for something similar to Amorn Electronics in Thailand, or Radio Shack in the US. ...
Great, thanks guys I appreciate it Read More
Electronic components stores in HCM
Where can I buy electronics like RCA cables, antenna cable (to run between DVD player and TV), and other electronic components (not computer parts) in HCM? I'm looking for something similar to Amorn Electronics in Thailand, or Radio Shack in the US. ... Read More
Vietnam聮s Internet to run slowly in the next 10 days
Hopefully it will be fixed soon: http://en.www.info.vn/hi-tech/it-and-internet/81160-vietnams-internet-to-run-slowly-in-the-next-10-days.html Read More
Documents for foreigners flying domestically in VN
Can foreigners (I'm a US citizen) fly domestically within VN without their original passport? I'd like to fly next week but it looks like my passport is going to be tied up with some paperwork that I'm in the middle of. Can I fly using a VN driver's ... Read More
Wimax in HCM?
Do any of the internet service providers in HCM offer a Wimax option? This would be a special router that receives their internet signal via radio waves and would not need to be hooked up to either phone or cable. I've used this in the past in a ... Read More
Timing for VN license and buying motorbike
My wife and I recently moved to HCMC from a job assignment in Thailand. We are on a 3-month work visa while my employer processes the paperwork for a work permit. We plan to be here for 4-5 years at least. I want to buy a motorbike and need a little ... Read More
Kernel popcorn in HCM?
Hi all, New to HCM and wondering where we might be able to find un-popped kernel popcorn (not microwave). We like to pop it ourselves. Thanks! Read More